With reference to historical changes , explain how and why services for children and families have developed to the present day (60 % of module assessment)

Assessment Criteria
1. Effectively utilised relevant historical perspectives, including social reform and the making of social policy.
2. Analysis and discussion about the impact of changes in legislation on children, families and the early years sector.
3. Links should be made to current legislation.

Portfolio Task (40% of module assessment)
Produce a checklist for monitoring a policy within your setting
4. Select one policy describing its aims and objective(s) in relation to children and families in the work setting.
5. Produce a checklist that enables you to evaluate and identify the effectiveness/implementation of your policy.

Provide an account that discusses and provides evidence of how the particular needs of children and their parents/carers are met within the setting, including the role of those who support them.

Assessment Criteria

1. Consider what inclusion means within the early years setting.
2. Demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the legislation that underpins the settings policies in terms of equality and diversity
3. Consider the family experience and partnership with parents.
4. Provide evidence of how children’s particular needs have been identified and subsequently met.
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of the practice and recommendations for future developments
6. Reflect upon your own role and the role of others within the setting.